Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft
- Component
- Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Vehicles affected
- 4
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2017-08-31
- Owners notified
- 2017-09-18
Defect description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles. The vehicles may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.
Safety risk
If a halfshaft is too short, it may disengage from the differential causing a loss of drive and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace both halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T55.